<h1>Los Angeles Wildfires Threaten Landmarks, Cause Massive Evacuations and Economic Losses Amid Leadership Criticisms and Fatalities.</h1> Firefighters in Los Angeles are battling to contain wildfires as strong Santa Ana winds threaten to exacerbate the situation, endangering landmarks like the J. Paul Getty Museum and UCLA. The Palisades Fire, a primary focus, has prompted widespread evacuations and threatens to spread across Interstate 405. The fires have devastated approximately 145 square kilometers, destroying over 12,000 structures and causing significant economic losses estimated between $135 billion and $150 billion. Allegations of leadership failures have emerged, with criticisms of inadequate firefighting resources. The fires have resulted in 11 fatalities, with further casualties expected as searches continue.